Advanced Degree Programs
Resources
Graduate Degree Programs in Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
AACP PharmGrad Graduate Directory
Searchable listing of schools and colleges of pharmacy that offer master’s and PhD training in pharmaceutical sciences and related areas, with filters by degree type, focus area, and school.
ASHP Residency Directory
Searchable listing of schools and colleges of pharmacy that offer master’s and PhD training in pharmaceutical sciences and related areas, with filters by degree type, focus area, and school.
ASHP Residency Information Hub
Central landing page for residency candidates with links to the Residency Directory, Student Residency Resource Center, Match Day resources, accreditation standards, and more! Helpful if you’re considering postgraduate training along with future advanced degrees.
ASHP Foundation – Pharmacy Leadership Academy® (PLA)
A structured online leadership program for pharmacists; PLA graduates earn the DPLA designation and may be able to waive a portion of graduate credits toward a master’s degree at participating universities.
Note: MSHP does not endorse specific institutions; these links are provided as resources to explore advanced training and degree options.
Clinical Practice Tools
Resources
ASHP Clinical Resource Centers
ASHP Compounding Resource Center
Sterile and nonsterile compounding tools, implementation guidance for USP , , and , and training resources for pharmacists and technicians.
ASHP Drug Shortages: Current Shortages
Continuously updated listing of current drug shortages, with causes, clinical impact, and management recommendations.
ASHP Formulary Management Resource Center
Practical tools for formulary review, P&T submissions, medication-use evaluations, and system-level formulary management.
ASHP Medication Safety Resource Center
Guidance, tools, and education focused on preventing medication errors and advancing a culture of safety.
Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy
Laws and Regulations of the Board of Registration in Pharmacy
Official Massachusetts statutes and regulations governing pharmacy practice, licensure, and standards of care.
Pharmacy Practice Resources
Board guidance documents, standing orders, patient handouts, inspection templates, and other practice tools for Massachusetts pharmacies.
Professional Development
Resources
Career & Postgraduate Training
ASHP CareerPharm®
Premier online community for health-system pharmacists and trainees, with job listings, virtual career fairs, and Midyear PPS opportunities.
ASHP Virtual Career Fairs (CareerPharm)
Free virtual events where candidates can connect with hiring managers from multiple institutions in one place, ideal for residents, fellows, and experienced pharmacists exploring new roles.
Board Certification & Advanced Credentials
ASHP Board Certification Resources
Central hub for specialty board review and recertification programs (BCACP, BCPS, BCCCP, BCOP, etc.), with structured study plans and recertification activities.
ASHP Board Certification Guide (New Practitioners Forum)
Practical PDF guide with tips for registering, preparing, and choosing ASHP board prep resources.
Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) – Web Portal
Secure portal to apply for exams, manage BPS certification, track CE for recertification, and pay annual maintenance fees.
Continuing Education & Licensure Support
NABP CPE Monitor®
National platform (via NABP e-Profile) to track ACPE-accredited CE credits electronically and stay organized for license renewal; offers a free Standard plan and optional Plus features.
Massachusetts Health Profession License Lookup
Online portal to check status of MA health professional licenses and request official verification.
ASHP Professional Certificate
100% online certificate programs on clinical topics, sterile compounding, and general development areas, each with CE and a comprehensive exam to earn an ASHP Professional Certificate.
Publications & Articles
Resources
ASHP Journals & Publications
American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy (AJHP)
Official journal of ASHP, publishing peer-reviewed research, therapeutic reviews, practice innovations, and ASHP reports relevant to hospital and health-system pharmacy.
AJHP Residents Edition
Web-based supplement to AJHP that provides a dedicated forum for pharmacy residents and recent graduates to publish residency research and quality-improvement projects.
ASHP NewsCenter
ASHP’s hub for news on health-system pharmacy practice, workforce issues, drug shortages, advocacy updates, meeting coverage, and member stories.
ASHP NewsLinks
Email news digests that keep hospital and health-system pharmacists up to date on practice issues, advocacy, ambulatory care, and clinical specialties.
Hot Topics in Pharmacy Practice Podcast
ASHP podcast series covering new regulations, specialty pharmacy, medication safety, leadership, and other emerging topics in practice.
Core Literature Databases
PubMed
Free database from the National Library of Medicine with tens of millions of citations and abstracts across biomedical and health sciences journals; often links to full text via publishers or PubMed Central.
PubMed Central (PMC)
Free full-text archive of biomedical and life-sciences journal literature maintained by NIH/NLM—useful for accessing complete articles identified in PubMed searches.
Quick Links & Other Free Links
Resources
DailyMed
Official source for FDA-approved prescribing information (package inserts), including up-to-date labeling, boxed warnings, and medication guides.
MedlinePlus – Drugs, Herbs & Supplements
Patient-friendly information on prescription and OTC drugs, herbal products, and supplements; ideal for counseling and printed handouts.
LactMed - Drugs and Lactation Database
Evidence-based data on medication use during breastfeeding, including infant risk summaries and suggested alternatives.
CDC Immunization Schedules
Current child, adolescent, and adult immunization schedules, including special situations and catch-up guidance.
MedlinePlus - Health Topics
Plain-language overviews of diseases, conditions, and procedures that can be shared with patients and caregivers.
